Anne Douglas Sedgwick

Tante

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 440
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. März 2019
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 23mm
• Gewicht: 612g
• ISBN-13: 9780530089416
• ISBN-10: 0530089416
• Artikelnr.: 56381067

Autorenporträt

Anne Douglas Sedgwick (1873-1935) was an American-born British writer whose literary career spanned the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Renowned for her nuanced characterizations and keen social insights, Sedgwick's novels often explore themes of culture clash and personal identity, reflecting her own transatlantic experiences. Born in Englewood, New Jersey, she moved to London as a young child, enveloping herself in the vibrant literary scene. Her writing style elegantly weaves introspective prose with a clear-eyed critique of contemporary society. Sedgwick's novel 'Tante' is emblematic of her work, illustrating complex psychological portraits with a sophisticated narrative structure (Sedgwick, A. D. Tante, 1911). The book delves into the dynamics of mentorship, the weight of reputation, and the intricate web of familial and social relationships. Sedgwick's contribution to literature rests not only in her storytelling but also in her ability to capture the ethos of her era. Her works have earned her a place among noteworthy authors of English literature and continue to be of academic interest, with scholars analyzing her literary contributions within the context of gender and cultural studies.